De Educación y Prevención del VIH y embarazos en adolescentes

Sustained growth of tourism continues in Isla Mujeres
In May the number of visitors arriving by sea increased 22 percent, compared to the same period last year. This was announced by Ricardo Ancona Argaez, representative of the Port Authority (APIQRoo) in Puerto Juarez, who said in May, there were 177,664 passengers transported to Isla Mujeres from various departure points located in Puerto Juarez, Cancun, and Punta Sam. Last year in May, there were 139,155 boat passengers.
He said so far this year, during January-May, there were 904,107 passengers transported, which is an increase of 19 percent over the same period in 2014, when 735,056 were brought to the isle by boat.
The official said these positive statistics are the result of hard work and constant promotion by Governor Roberto Borge Angulo, in a coordinated effort between the three levels of government and the tourism sector. He said tourism promotion is done in Mexico and its main destinations around the world, to position Quintana Roo among the preferred destinations for vacationers, who can count on a variety of tourism attractions for all types of preferences such as beach and sun, cultural, eco-tourism & adventure, sports tourism, and luxury tourism.
Isla Mujeres is a site that offers sun and beaches, archeological and historical sites, water parks, ecological reserves, reefs, diving, swimming with whale sharks, underwater museum, sculpture parks, and other attractions, with the bonus of the hospitality of the people, tranquility, beauty, and safety. He said because of all this, Isla Mujeres is a place there people return to visit, which allows it to maintain sustained growth.

The municipal president, Agapito Magana Sanchez, led the inauguration and press conference for the "Seventh Annual Campaign for the Education and Prevention of HIV and Teen Pregnancy in Isla Mujeres 2015".
On Wednesday morning, information was given about actions that will prevent and treat sexually transmitted diseases, and about research and recovery, for the improvement of the quality of life of the community. The event was conducted by the municipal Department of Health in coordination with the Brazos Abiertos/Open Arms foundations. Among the states, Quintana Roo has the highest rate of teen pregnancy. Therefore it is important to provide and support activities such as these to promote healthy relationships and to raise awareness of the young people in the state. The mayor offered gratitude and recognition from the City Council for this seventh annual campaign of education for prevention of teen pregnancy and sexual transmitted diseases and HIV, conducted by this foundation.

You're invited to a special event Thursday, June 18, at 9am, at the Paseo de Los Peces avenue, by the new hospital. Paving work will now continue on the road to Garrafon, in the sectionof the Navy-Mundaca Hacienda. Join us for this special eventLes invitamos a que el día de mañana nos acompañen a las 9am ya que
continuaremos con los trabajos de pavimentación en la carretera al
Garrafón en el tramo La Armada - Hacienda Mundaca

Before there are any conditions caused by rain, employees of the Civil Protection department are doing maintenance work on the pumps of Abasolo street to prevent possible flooding in that area.Ante las condiciones eventuales provocadas por las lluvias, elementos de
la Dirección de Protección Civil, trabajan en el mantenimiento de las
bombas de la calle Abasolo para evitar posibles contratiempos en la
zona.

You are invited to participate in the first Rap Contest of the campaign "Yo me uno" on June 25 to put an end to violence against women. Open Category. Green dome, Salina Chica. Register at the DIF 9a-4p Monday thru Friday.
Les invitamos a participar en el 1er Concurso de Rap de la campaña "Yo me uno" este 25 de Junio.

EDUCACIÓN

The director of Colegio Bachilleres high school, Javier Solis Martinez, resigned for personal reasons, which was a surprise during the last days of the school year. The acting director for the interim is Jesus Alberto Fernandez Gutierrez, who said that for now they intend to close the school year in the best manner possible, and then a new director will be appointed. For now, he is responsible to conclude the school year, verify the exams, oversee the training period, and issue certificates for the graduating students.
The school is preparing to host a prom and some of the invitations have already been printed with the names of the guests, and of course they have the name of the former director.

On Wednesday, employees of the Civil Protection department were repairing the pumps near the Casa de Cultura, which function to drain water away from the intersection of Hidalgo and Abasolo. When the two pumps are operating correctly, they are able to evacuate thousands of cubic meters of rain water, to reduce the water level in less than an hour, when flooding occurs during periods of prolonged rainfall. But in the recent flooding, this took hours, and the volume of water being discharged was reduced, with indications that one of the pumps was broken. Merchants in the area, who are angry about the flooding and damage to their goods, question the attitude of the director of Civil Protection and suggest the pumps need better maintenance.
On another topic, the fifth massive exchange of propane tanks was held at the dome in colonia La Gloria.

Father Raul Sanchez Alonso announced there will be a meeting in Isla Mujeres, led by Catholic missionary Father Alvaro Carrillo Lugo, who regularly organizes massive events of prayer and healing. It will be held on July 10 in the town square at 6:30pm. This will be his fourth visit to Isla Mujeres.
Tickets are available and can be purchased from the Catholic groups: Misioneros del Divino Niño Jesús, Carisma Joven, and from the legionarias de la Caridad del Cobre. Because of the magnitude of this event, it will be promoted in Cancun and tickets will be sold there. The last time he visited Cancun, this priest attracted 3500 people.

Kitchenette in small room, Medio. There's a table & chairs across from it & a double bed.

A large slider
opens from each of the 3 rooms onto the patio where each has a table
& chairs, hammock & clotheslines. The BBQ is behind the pole,
and the outdoor shower is outa the pic at left.

Large studio (Norte), I'm standing in the kitchen

Free
amenities such as
hammocks,
bikes, outdoor shower,
portable beach
chairs &
beach towels,
washer, loungers & BBQ.
Breathtaking
panoramic views from the
rooftop terrace. Upstairs room also available.Downtown
is ~ a mile away; if
you don't feel like
walking or biking, flag a $2 taxi or hop
on the bus. We also have
room for parking,You can enjoy the music & crowds downtown, then
come home our
quiet neighborhood of Bachilleres where you'll sleep to the sounds of the sea.. $275/$325/$425 wk $40/50/$65nt Monthly Discounts

Fine
dining a few steps away at Da Luisa or try the
traditional neighborhood eateries a couple blocks farther. Stroll
five minutes down the coastal sidewalk to Mango Cafe,
Bufalo, Bahama Mama, Compadres Barbacoa or Manolitos. Walk less than 10 minutes to shop at
Chedraui or to dine at Green Verde, Kash Kechen Chuc, or Seso Loco. Visit marinas, bars, & beach
clubs that are minutes away by bike or on foot. Our guests recommend the
Yoga classes a couple villas away at hotelito Casa
Ixchel. Fresh juice, produce & tortillas a few blocks
away in the village, as well as a
variety of other stores and small local restaurants.

In the US, June is Caribbean-American Heritage month. Link.
In the US, June is also National Oceans Month Link.

June
has the longest daylight hours of the year in the Northern Hemisphere
and the shortest daylight hours of the year in the Southern Hemisphere,

June 1, Monday Dia de la Marina..Navy Day
10am Ceremonies at Naval base plaza.
10:40 Boats depart for ceremonial placing of wreath on the waters of the Bay commemorating those who died in service.
The first and last Ultramar ferries are cancelled.
The cargo ferry is running fewer crossings. (Departing the island at 06:00, 09:30, 12:45, 16:15 and 19:15; and
departing Punta Sam at, 07:15, 11:00, 14:45, 17:30 and 20:15.)

June 4 Thursday Corpus Christi...a religious holiday

June 5, Friday World Environmental DayTown Square 9a-noon First Isla Mujeres Environmental Fair 2015
The Navy will have a booth showing their diving equipment as well as
their rescue program to combat pollution at sea, and a conference that
is open to the public entitled "Mangroves".
The CFE (Federal Electrical
Commission) will have a exhibition of various ways to produce
electricity, aimed at grade school children.
The Human Rights Commission
will have a booth and the state Director will inaugurate the fair, with the Mayor.
The labor union CROC is supplying volunteers and had
donated ornamental plants, to be used for reforestation.
The DIF is participating and will be giving
away discs showing how to conserve water.
Aguakan will have a booth, who often work with NGO's.
The Maritime Terminal is
organizing a Drawing Contest titled "A Child's View of Caring for
Nature" ( “la mirada de los niños en cuidado de la naturaleza”), and the
ferry company will be responsible for the prizes.
The Veterinary Clinic
of Isla Mujeres (La Clínica Veterinaria de Isla Mujeres AC) will have
animals available for adoption and materials available about pet care.
The Tortugranja (Turtle Farm) will have a booth about the work they do
as programs for reproduction and care for sea turtles.
The Municipal
Ecology department are actively participating and will have a booth
featuring the actions of their agency in favor of ecology.
The NGO Green Patrol/Paturlla Verde will present photographs from 15 years of educational work on the island.

June 7, Sunday
Election Day (for Federal legislators) Restriction of sale of alcohol
to go and in some local bars. Alcohol has been sold in tourist
bar-restaurants during past elections.

You
are invited to a Dance Workshop of Caribbean Rhythms, starting June 8th
at the Mundaca Hacienda Palapa. 20 pesos. For more information contact
the Cultural department 877 0767 culturaislamujeres@gmail.com

June 13, Saturday 10am or 11am 1st Gran Cabalgata (Mounted Parade) on Rueda Medina, from downtown in front of the Ferry Terminal along Rueda Medina until the Unidad Deprotiva
(colonia Salina Chica?), where they will go toward Jesus Martinez Ross
Avenue, then to the intersection of Paseo de los Peces in colonia La
Gloria and over to the coastal road, to the southern part of the isle,
stopping at the paths (dirt roads) in that area. After the horses drink
water, they will take the same route back north to the chapel La
Guadalupe and then gather at the El Pescador ballbark.(in front of
Cheraui) The procession is expected to take about three hours. There
will be a special brigade to remove the feces, and there will be
collaboration with the Traffic police and Civil Protection to ensure a
safe event. There will be entertainment at the park until 7pm, including
the band "Laguna Verde". A donation of 20 pesos will contribute to the
fund for the construction of a seminary being built in Bonfil.
The procession will include riders from Tizimín, Kantunilkín,
Valladolid, Cancún and Isla Mujeres. Rain is forecast for Saturday,
which could cancel the event.

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MVC Guests from Ontario wrote...

We have returned to Maravilla Caribe and we consider it to be a gem. Is it a luxurious resort? No. On the other hand, it's the kind of place where you feel comfortable sitting outside with a beer and watching the ocean, reading all afternoon in a hammock or going for a long walk along the shore. To sit on the patio with a plate of fresh fruit and a cup of coffee is my idea of the perfect morning. It's like having your own little private beach cottage - it's not fancy but that's not what we're looking for. A 15 minute walk takes you into the busy little town, full of great little restaurants and shops, and a $3 taxi ride will get you just about anywhere on the island. The landlord is friendly, accommodating and genuinely cares about and knows the local community. For anyone who wants a lavish package vacation, this obviously isn't the place for you - there are plenty of resorts that will fit your needs. Maravilla is a simple, lovely place to get away from it all.

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Taunya from Washington wrote

Hi Ronda,

I want to say thank you again for a fabulous vacation! Your studio was perfect! Having the extra space, kitchenette and dinning table made the space perfect for a long stay. Your little details like coffee filters and ice cube trays made it feel like home. I also really appreciated that you were there if I needed anything, but that you also let me have my space.

Being out of downtown, yet close to everything made the location perfect. Add the beautiful beach and it couldn't have been any better!

Thank you so much! When I return to Isla I will be back on your doorstep. Happy Holidays!

MaraVilla Caribe Bed & Beach Guests Say..

Judy from Ohio wrote...I stayed at Maravilla and absolutely loved it. Beach and patio was kept very clean and since handicapped I would spend the days on patio with my laptop at table right outside my room. Each room had table/chairs in front of room. Not many places on isla you have the beach right outside your door-saves alot of money instead of renting beach chairs and buying drinks downtown. I also do not like crowded beaches and stacks of chairs next to each other as on the north beaches. You hear absolutely no street noise just the waves hitting the shore. There were bikes free to use, beachchairs free to take to downtown, and free washer/dryer to use. The price is excellent value and the owners live there so they do not need to list with an agency giving renters better $ value. Isla is not for everyone. But condo/luxury hotels now line the once beautiful North Beach for those wanting the Cancun version of places to stay, so sad, plus $$$$. I prefer peace,quiet, and great value. Not many places with sunrise/sunset views.

Renee from Toronto wrote...

For some of us, there comes a time when we prefer peace and quiet to hustle and bustle. For a few regrettable years, I got off buses and lined up with the rest of the schmucks to check in for the all inclusive 'experience'. I set the alarm daily to head down with everyone else to make dinner reservations for the pleasure of eating soggy Sushi served by brusque Bahamians. I wore the wristband of shame, identifying me as an easy mark on any excursion. I tipped and cajoled the bartender for extra shots of rum. I listened to the drunken monologues of people who get to cut loose just once a year. With the all inclusive experience, your fate is not entirely your own...

And then I tried something else, the self catering experience - more a case of here's your key, here's your apartment, have fun! Settle in, stock your fridge, stock your bar and you're off to the races. Happy hour is whenever you choose. No lining up at a buffet. Snorkel on your own time. Open a bottle of wine and cook a leisurely dinner - no one's rushing you out for the next seating. Sleep in and eat breakfast when you want, don't worry about the dining room being closed.

That's the experience I prefer these days. And Mara Villa doesn't disappoint. You get exactly what you pay for: a clean and comfortable room with everything you need. The experience is great for people who like to 'do their own thing.' In essence, staying at Mara Villa is like having your own private beachfront villa.

Amenities include good wifi, towels, sheets, dishes, pots and pans, a fridge and freezer, drinking water, hammock hooks, and a clothesline. Bonuses include a patio with tables and chairs, a charcoal BBQ, a beach for watching the sun rise over the water, and a rooftop for watching the sun set over Cancun (also good for star gazing and extreme suntanning).

The local bus passes by the front door and costs 4 pesos to head downtown. A taxi is about $2 into town. Chedraui, the big grocery store, is less than 10 minutes away by foot. Grab a cheap cab home if you've really stocked up.

Ronda is a great host - a storehouse of island information about where to eat and what to do. Bruce, her husband, is an avid snorkeler and can point you in the best direction off their private beach for underwater wildlife. I was lucky enough to see dolphins swimming offshore one day. Close to shore I also saw a barracuda, a sting ray and a pair of graceful Caribbean squid. The usual tropical fish abound as well.

It's worth noting that Mara Villa is located on the east side of the island, windward. The shore is more dramatic and rocky, but there are very few, if any, mosquitos. The west side of the island is calmer and more traditionally 'beachy', but mosquitoes abound at dawn and dusk. With the rocky shore, you need water shoes for entering the water and swimming, but you have the beach all to yourself at Mara Villa. Head to the sublimely Caribbean style North Beach if you miss the crowds.

I spent almost a month at Mara Villa and it was the calm, casual and relaxing experience I craved. I will be back to Mara Villa, but I won't ever go back to an all inclusive.

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Jane C from Penland wrote...

My friend and I just stayed at Maravilla Caribe, December 20-25, 2012 and we had an absolutely wonderful experience. The owner, Ronda made me feel comfortable before I arrived, providing helpful information about travel to the area. She made an extra effort to secure a larger room for us, which was perfect. Maravilla is quaint, charming, clean & comfortable. We loved the bright green color of the house! The kitchenette was simple, clean and well equipped with everything we needed to prepare meals. The beds are very comfortable and Ronda provides lots of clean towels. She even offered to let us use the washer/dryer and bicycles for free! The best part (other than the low cost) is you have your own private beach in the back! It is a beautiful place that I highly recommend.

Carol D from Peterborough wrote.....

Hello I stayed at MaraVilla, la Casa Verde :-), Dec 10 to 20 this 2012 for my first time and would not hesitate to return. This is my 11th year staying on the island and I have stayed at many places. The location is amazing, and the owners have modified the patio doors so that those of us who want to hear the waves all night can do so with security. They were super helpful at every turn and what meant the most to me is that they really care about their guests and are friendly. We enjoyed a wonderful lunch together. The room was spacious and clean. At MaraVilla there are only 3 rooms facing the water so it is peaceful, quiet and private. At MaraVilla, there were workers out painting the house in front and raking the beach and it was well maintained. There were no rocks on the clean tile patio. you do need water shoes to wade in to the water but it is worth it. And if you want to go to a more perfect beach i.e. no reef etc then one could go and pay 150-200+ per night at Playa Norte (but you won't hear the waves from your bed or have the privacy or owners that care about you!!). The bed was comfortable, mattress good, sheets in good shape and clean (more than i can say about the place i had the misfortune of staying in Progresso!!). Honestly you get what you pay for in this world and if you were to go to Tulum, or San Filipe or Progresso you are sure getting much more bang for your buck at MaraVilla in the 50-65 dollar range!!! If you are a 5 star resort person I would say stay at a 5 star resort, but if you enjoy the waves, quiet, privacy and caring owners then stay at this MaraVilla the Casa Verde :-)

Noska from Austin wrote....Maravilla is one of the coolest little spots on the isla.The hosts are awesome,location perfect,rooms are clean and affordable

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Music:

Fayne's has late night live music, starts ~10p

Poc Na has late night live music

El Patio House of Music on Hidlago has live music evenings, usually HH show 5p, continues at 7p.

Morgan's Restaurant & Bar - on Hidalgo live music some evenings ~7-11

La Terraza ~10-12

Fenix ~2p~5p Sundays, live music on the beach

Veradara's restaurant: live Cuban music weekend afternoons

Walk around Hidalgo at night & listen for live music

Strolling musicians working for tips available afternoons & evenings

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And check out the Ixchel mural at MVC by Colegio Bachilleres (Aeropuerto)

MVC recommends these & we have a few to loan to guests, who say they are Very Helpful